A garden venue with downtown convenience, cultural amenities, and natural escape when you step through the gate.
712 19th Street sits in the heart of downtown Bakersfield, walking distance from Mill Creek Park, the Bakersfield Museum of Art, and eclectic Eastchester dining.
The neighborhood hosts antique markets, street fairs, local galleries, and seasonal events. Central to hotels for out-of-town guests. Surrounded by restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and boutiques for pre-event gatherings and post-celebration meals.
Prices and availability subject to change • Please inquire for custom quote
Venue Only
For those who know what they want and have the team to make it happen.
for 150 guests
Monday–Thursday
$3,250
Friday or Sunday
$4,000
Saturday
$5,500
Complete creative freedom over your event. With the garden as your backdrop, you are able to bring your vision and execute it exactly as you see it.
The Garden Provides
Access to venue from 9am to midnight
Access to venue restrooms
Pre-event logistics briefing
After event trash haul and cleanup
What you bring
Bring your own vendors and rentals
Handle setup and breakdown your way
Choose your own approved coordinator
Simple Garden
For those who want the essentials handled before the day begins.
for 150 guests
Monday–Thursday
$5,000
Friday or Sunday
$5,750
Saturday
$7,250
The foundation is set before you arrive. Our team places every table and chair, then breaks it all down after your last guest leaves.
Everything Above, Plus
Round dining tables for all guests
5 rectangular banquet tables and 1 sweetheart or court table
Floor-length linens in white or black
1 set of white resin chairs for ceremony and dining
Setup and breakdown of tables, chairs, and linens
What you bring
Bring your own vendors
One chair set moves from ceremony to dining
Premier Garden
For those who want a finished table without giving up vendor control.
for 150 guests
Monday–Thursday
$7,000
Friday or Sunday
$7,750
Saturday
$9,250
Your guests sit down to a place-setting that is already complete. Our striking team clears the tablescapes after dinner while the event continues.
Everything Above, Plus
Access to bride and groom suites
6 cocktail tables and colored linens
Tablescape for every guest with charger, dinner plate, glass goblet, napkin, and cutlery
Striking team for after-dinner blessing
200 pounds of ice
What you bring
Bring your own vendors
Royal Garden
For those who want the entire event produced for them.
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Arrive and be present. Every element is placed, the design is fully customized, and a coordinator runs the day for eight hours.
Everything Above, Plus
Upgraded round and rectangle tables, chairs, runners, and champagne flutes
Live floral and candles across dining, sweetheart, bar, aisle, and entrance
5-piece lounge set, dessert table, entry table, and 2 additional cocktail tables
Pergola drapery and signage for entry, seating, tables, and bar
2 bartenders for 5 hours and 6 hours of DJ services
What you bring
Bring your caterer and your bar selections
Additional Information
Event Coordinator
An approved event coordinator must be present for the full duration of every event.
Day-of Insurance
Day-of event venue liability insurance is required and adds $125 to every package.
Peak Season
Events booked on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday in May or October add $500 to the package price.
Payments
Venue Only, Simple Garden, and Premier Garden require 50 percent of the package price at signing. Remaining fees are paid in equal monthly installments, with full payment received no later than 60 days before the event. Events booked within 90 days require full payment at signing.
Venue Capacity
Packages start at 150 guests, with additional guests available up to 350 depending on guest table type, guests per table,, table arrangement, and the number and arrangement of participating vendors. The venue team confirms your maximum after reviewing the details of your event.
Add-ons and Upgrades
Add-on and upgraded services are available for all packages for an additional fee, including accommodations for additional guests, bartending, DJ, balloons, coordination, and event design assistance.
Tell us about your event and our team will confirm availability, capacity, and pricing for your date.
Tours by appointment only.
Where are you located?
712 19th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93301. We're in downtown Bakersfield, central to hotels, restaurants, and cultural amenities like Mill Creek Park, the Bakersfield Museum of Art, and Eastchester dining.
Do you offer tours?
Yes. Tours are by appointment only. Contact us at info@amarabakersfield.com or (661) 717-3246 to schedule your visit.
What's included in the venue rental?
Inclusions vary by package tier. Venue Only provides garden access and cleanup. Simple Garden adds tables, chairs, and linens. Premier Garden includes full tablescapes and private suites. Royal Garden is all-inclusive with florals, coordination, DJ, and bartending. See our packages page for complete details.
Can we bring our own vendors?
Yes for Venue Only, Simple Garden, and Premier Garden packages. You coordinate all vendors including catering, florals, photography, and entertainment. Royal Garden is all-inclusive with vendors provided. We can recommend trusted vendors for any package.
Is there parking available?
Street parking is available throughout downtown Bakersfield. We can provide parking guidance for your guests.
What's your capacity?
The Amara holds up to 350 guests. For seated events, we recommend up to 250 so everyone has room to move. Final capacity depends on your table arrangement, vendor setup, and event layout. Packages account for 150 guests, but our team can provide the exact number that works for your celebration after discussing your event details.
Do you allow outside alcohol?
Yes. You're responsible for providing alcohol service that complies with California ABC regulations. We can recommend licensed bartending services.
What is peak season pricing?
Events booked on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday during May or October include an additional peak season fee.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Venue Only, Simple Garden, and Premier Garden require 50% at signing with the balance in monthly installments completed 60 days before your event. Royal Garden requires 20% at signing with monthly payments. Events booked within 90 days require full payment at signing.
What's your cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms are outlined in your contract. Contact us to discuss specific situations.
Can we customize our package?
Yes. We work with you to build the experience you want within the framework of what the venue can accommodate. Add-ons are available for additional guests, extended hours, and custom services.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 9-12 months in advance for peak season (spring and fall). Summer and winter dates often have more flexibility.
Do you host events year-round?
Yes. The garden is available for events throughout the year.
What makes The Amara different from other venues?
Built-in atmosphere. The ivy-covered walls, botanical detail, and garden courtyard exist before you book. Your budget goes to personalization instead of building a backdrop from scratch. You walk into a setting that already photographs beautifully rather than transforming a blank space.